Waste Operations Administrative Assistant- Carrickfergus

Your new company
Hays are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a local government organisation for a Waste Operations Administrative Assistant to join their Waste Services team based in Carrickfergus.

Your new role
As Waste Operations Administrative Assistant, you will provide comprehensive administrative, financial and operational support to the Waste Services team. Working within a busy depot environment, you will help ensure the smooth running of essential services through accurate record keeping, customer service support and financial administration.Key responsibilities will include:

• Acting as a first point of contact for depot enquiries via telephone, email and correspondence
• Supporting the resolution of customer queries and service requests
• Organising meetings and preparing agendas, reports and minutes
• Maintaining accurate records, filing systems and information databases
• Inputting, collating and analysing performance data and management information
• Assisting with research and data collection exercises
• Monitoring operational schedules and providing service updates
• Maintaining employee training records and documentation
• Processing invoices and supporting financial administration activities
• Assisting with ordering, stock control and receipt of equipment and supplies
• Supporting promotional and awareness activities relating to waste management services
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety, data protection and departmental procedures

What you'll need to succeed
To be considered for this role, you will be able to demonstrate:

• A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including English Language and Mathematics at Grade C or above
• At least 2 years' administrative experience within a busy office environment

OR

• A minimum of 4 years' administrative experience within a busy office environment where formal qualifications are not held

You will also have:

• Experience carrying out a broad range of administrative duties within a customer-focused environment
• Experience processing orders and invoices
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications, email systems and databases
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
• Effective communication and customer service skills
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines

What you'll get in return

• £14.63 per hour
• Full-time hours, Monday to Friday
• 6-month temporary assignment
• 37 hours per week
• Based in Carrickfergus

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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